der Nagel, ¨-
nail
Harte Schicht am Ende von Fingern oder Zehen, die zum Schutz dient und beim Greifen oder Kratzen hilft.
The German word "Nagel" is a noun that means "nail". It can refer to both a physical nail (as in the hard covering on the tip of fingers and toes) and a metal fastener used in construction, carpentry, or crafting. The word could also appear in context relating to construction or personal care.
Similar words in German include "Fingernagel" (fingernail) and "Zinnnagel" (tin nail).
While "Nagel" primarily denotes the actual nail (the body part or fastener), the similar terms mention specific types or uses of nails, adding specific context (e.g. body parts versus construction materials).
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Examples
Ein Nagel steckt in der Wand.noun
A nail is stuck in the wall.
Ein Nagel liegt auf dem Boden.noun
A nail is lying on the floor.
Der Hammer schlägt einen Nagel hinein.noun
The hammer drives a nail in.
Maria braucht einen Nagel zum Aufhängen.noun
Maria needs a nail for hanging.
Mein Vater schlägt den Nagel in die Wand.noun
My father hammers the nail into the wall.
Anna findet einen Nagel auf dem Boden.noun
Anna finds a nail on the floor.
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